There’s only enough room for one bird in this nest.
The Seattle Seahawks may not be named after a real bird, but that didn’t matter in this battle against the Arizona Cardinals – who continue to play second fiddle in this division. It was far from pretty on Thursday night as the home side trailed 20-6 in the fourth quarter.
With their backs against the wall, Kyler Murray and the Arizona offense woke up and were primed to force overtime after staging a 14-point comeback.
However, it was Chad Ryland’s mistake on the kickoff that ultimately cost his team in Week 4. He kicked it short of the landing zone with 28 seconds left, which gave Seattle the ball at its own 40-yard line.
Sam Darnold engineered the game-winning drive with the help of wide receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba, marching their team into field goal range. Jason Myers, fresh off missing a kick from 53 yards, made one from 52 yards to give the visitors a 23-20 victory.
Mike Macdonald will be happy that his group was able to escape with a win, even if it was a little too close for comfort. As always though, the wins all count the same.
Here’s how the action unfolded on Thursday night in the desert.
USA TODAY Sports provided live updates, highlights and more from the Week 4 matchup between the Cardinals and Seahawks below.
Cardinals vs. Seahawks takeaways
Mike Macdonald and his coaching staff deserve more recognition
The Seahawks are tucked away in the northwest corner of the country and can sometimes be a forgotten group in the post-Pete Carroll and “Legion of Boom” years. They don’t have the star quarterback or household names littered across the field, but Seattle has plenty of good players on this team. Klint Kubiak’s offense looks good and Macdonald’s defense has been stout. They are a sneaky team in the NFC that deserves a little more love.
The Cardinals are too inconsistent to be a threat in the NFC
This game was a tale of two halves. The Cardinals’ offense was booed off the field at halftime, while fans likely started packing bags for Kyler Murray and Marvin Harrison Jr. Both of them locked in to help stage a comeback, but they are too hot-and-cold to take seriously right now. Just think about the first three games before this one. A closer-than-expected win over the Saints, a near collapse against the Panthers and a missed opportunity to beat the 49ers. You never know which team will show up.
Confidence can be a game-changer for Marvin Harrison Jr.
Harrison’s drop in the first half that led to a Murray interception felt like rock bottom for the former Ohio State star. Things like “change of scenery” were likely being floated as others probably resorted to calling him a draft bust. Harrison hasn’t lived up to the hype to this point, but we saw flashes on the final two drives. If he can keep his confidence up, there’s a good player in there for Arizona to unlock.
Cardinals vs. Seahawks final score: Seahawks 23, Cardinals 20
Cardinals vs. Seahawks highlights
Jason Myers wins it as time expires
The botched kickoff comes back to haunt the Cardinals as the Seahawks march into field goal range. Myers gets some redemption, knocking through the 52-yard field goal for the win as time expires. Seattle moves to 3-1 and the Cardinals drop to 2-2.
Seahawks 23, Cardinals 20
Cardinals kickoff is short of the landing zone
Well, that could change things quickly. Ryland’s kickoff lands before the 20-yard line and the Seahawks get the ball at their own 40 to start this drive. It won’t take a lot to get in field goal range now.
Emari Demercado TD ties the game
The Cardinals have risen from the dead and come back to life at State Farm Stadium. Murray finds Demercado with just 28 seconds left to tie the game at 20. We’re in for a wild finish.
Cardinals 20, Seahawks 20
Jason Myers misses wide right on FG attempt
The Cardinals get the stop they needed as Myers pulled a 53-yard field goal try wide right. Murray and the offense go back to work around midfield.
Marvin Harrison Jr. TD makes it a one-possession game
Finally, a sign of life from the Cardinals offense. Murray walks his team down the field for their first touchdown of the night and that cuts the Seattle lead to seven. Even better, the quarterback finally connected with Harrison for a touchdown after what’s been a tough night for both parties. Now, Arizona will ask for its defense to get a stop with just 5:50 to go in regulation.
Seahawks 20, Cardinals 13
Myers adds another FG for Seattle
Charbonnet had a touchdown taken off the board thanks to a holding penalty from Jaxon Smith-Njigba. As a result, the Seahawks will settle for a field goal and bring the lead back to 14. Arizona still has a chance, even if its offense hasn’t been able to do anything tonight.
Seahawks 20, Cardinals 6
End of third quarter: Seahawks up two scores
A pair of field goals is all we saw in the third quarter of this fast-paced game. We head to the fourth with the Seahawks leading by 11.
Chad Ryland cuts into Seattle lead
It’s not a touchdown, but the Cardinals have woken up the scoreboard operator by doubling their point total. Ryland knocks through a 57-yard field goal to cut the deficit to 11.
Seahawks 17, Cardinals 6
Cardinals punt again
The halftime break didn’t fix anything for the Cardinals, who continue to look brutal on offense. It’s another punt from Blake Gillikin. Seattle takes over deep in its territory with 6:26 remaining in the third quarter.
Cardinals-Seahawks score update: Jason Myers adds three
The Seahawks open the second half with a field goal from Myers to extend the lead to 14. It’s a much-needed stop for Arizona, who need to get the offense going quickly before this game gets out of reach.
Seahawks 17, Cardinals 3
Halftime: Seahawks lead at the break
The Cardinals’ offense put on an ugly showing in the first half. Murray and the offense were serenated with boos from the home crowd as the half came to an end. Murray totaled two interceptions and could’ve posted a few more in what has been a lifeless effort to this point. Seattle gets the ball to start the third quarter and will try to blow it open.
Zach Charbonnet TD extends the lead
When Seahawks strike, they strike quickly. Darnold engineers a six-play, 90-yard touchdown drive that ends with a Charbonnet one-yard rushing score. Murray and the Cardinals get the ball back with two timeouts and one minute to play in the half.
Seahawks 14, Cardinals 3
What is the Seahawks jersey patch?
Established in 1976, the Seahawks are celebrating their 50th anniversary this season and are wearing a patch below the left shoulder to commemorate the achievement.
Marvin Harrison Jr. drop leads to another Kyler Murray interception
It has been a relatively uneventful second quarter, but the Cardinals finally had something working on their most recent drive. That was until Harrison bobbled a ball in traffic and it fell into the hands of Ernest Jones IV. It goes down as Murray’s second interception of the game, but this one wasn’t close to being his fault.
DeMarcus Lawrence injury update
One of the Seahawks free agent signings in 2025, Lawrence is now doubtful to return with a thigh injury. The former Cowboy hasn’t registered a sack through the first three weeks after signing a $42 million deal with the team in March.
Oldest players in NFL in 2025
Just three players in the 2025 NFL player pool are 40 years old or older: Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers, Jets kicker Nick Folk, and Browns quarterback Joe Flacco.
Rodgers will turn 42 during the season, with a birthday coming the first week in December.
Here’s the full list of the oldest players in football:
QB Aaron Rodgers, Steelers: 41 years old (Dec. 2, 1983)
K Matt Prater, Bills: 41 years old (Aug. 10, 1984)
K Nick Folk, Jets: 40 years old (Nov. 5, 1984)
QB Joe Flacco, Browns: 40 years old (Jan. 16, 1985)
C/LS J.J. Jansen, Panthers: 39 years old (Jan. 20, 1986)
C/LS Jon Weeks, 49ers: 39 years old (Feb. 17, 1986)
P Thomas Morstead, 49ers: 39 years old (March 8, 1986)
C/LS Morgan Cox, Titans: 39 years old (April 26, 1986)
QB Josh Johnson, Commanders: 39 years old (May 15, 1986)
DL Calais Campbell, Cardinals: 39 years old (Sept. 1, 1986)
End of first quarter: Seahawks lead after one
Time flies when you’re having fun and, just like that, the first quarter has come to a close. The Cardinals couldn’t answer the Seahawks’ touchdown drive and will punt to open the second quarter as Seattle looks to build on its lead.
AJ Barner scores TD for the lead
Well, the Seahawks answered quickly. Seven plays and 77 yards later, Darnold lobs a 16-yard touchdown pass to the tight end Barner, who puts the visitors out in front. Seattle didn’t face much resistance on that drive and now has a four-point lead to show for it.
Seahawks 7, Cardinals 3
Chad Ryland opens the scoring
A funky drive ultimately ends with points for Arizona. Ryland knocks it through from 32, giving the home team the early lead. The initial indication is that we are headed for a classic NFC West showdown between these teams.
Cardinals 3, Seahawks 0
Kyler Murray intercepted, but Seahawks fumble it away
Murray was intercepted by Coby Bryant on an ill-advised throw. Luckily for him, Bryant fumbled the ball and Arizona recovered. However, Bryant’s fumble was caused by his teammate after it appeared he was down. Perhaps we should flip a coin on these close plays going forward.
How old is Al Michaels?
Michaels, who is once again serving as the play-by-play voice of Amazon Prime’s ‘Thursday Night Football,’ is 80 years old. He will turn 81 in November and has worked on network sports television since 1971.
Seahawks turn it over on downs
Facing a fourth-and-short at midfield, the Seahawks opted to go for it to keep the drive alive. Sam Darnold took the shotgun snap and Zach Charbonnet was stuffed immediately. Arizona takes back over with nine minutes left in the opening quarter.
Cardinals punt on the opening drive
The Cardinals might look good in their “Rivalries” jerseys, but can their play match that? We’ll find out as we move along, but the opening drive ends with a punt from Murray and co.
What time does Cardinals vs. Seahawks start?
Kickoff time: 8:15 p.m. ET | 5:15 p.m. PT
The Seattle Seahawks travel to State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Arizona to take on the Cardinals at 8:15 p.m. ET on Thursday night.
What TV channel is Cardinals vs. Seahawks on today?
TV channel (Seattle market): Fox 13
TV channel (Phoenix market): Fox 10
The game will be broadcast on TV locally for those in the Seattle and Phoenix TV markets.
For those in the Cardinals TV market, the game will be broadcast on Fox 13.
Cardinals vs. Seahawks live stream
Live stream: Amazon Prime Video
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Cardinals vs. Seahawks prediction
Thursday night matchups tend to be difficult for teams to prepare for and often result in some unattractive performances. With this being a divisional clash between the Cardinals and Seahawks, it could end up being a lackluster clash. Both teams rank inside the top five in scoring defense and have been terrific at stopping their opponents in the red zone. Both sidelines feature defensive head coaches in Mike Macdonald (Seahawks) and Jonathan Gannon (Cardinals).
Seattle has allowed the second-fewest points per game, and they get reinforcements in the form of Julian Love and Devon Witherspoon in the secondary tonight. The Seahawks will take down the Cardinals on the road in a low-scoring affair.
Prediction: Seahawks 20, Cardinals 17
Cardinals vs. Seahawks odds
Kyler Murray arrives for tonight’s game vs. Seahawks
The Cardinals quarterback has arrived at the stadium alongside guard Will Hernandez.
Cardinals vs. Seahawks injury report
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NFC West division standings
San Francisco 49ers: 3-0
Arizona Cardinals: 2-1
Seattle Seahawks: 2-1
Los Angeles Rams: 2-1
Super Bowl odds
1. Buffalo Bills (+425)
2. Baltimore Ravens (+550)
T3. Green Bay Packers (+750)
T3. Philadelphia Eagles (+750)
4. Detroit Lions (+1000)
5. Kansas City Chiefs (+1400)
6. Los Angeles Chargers (+1500)
7. San Francisco 49ers (+1600)
8. Los Angeles Rams (+2000)
T9. Tampa Bay Buccaneers (+2200)
T9. Washington Commanders (+2200)
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Arizona Cardinals 2025 schedule
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Cardinals vs. Seahawks best bets, player props
Analysis of four player prop bets for ‘Thursday Night Football’ – from Jacob Camenker
Trey Benson 25+ receiving yards (-105)
Trey McBride OVER 6.5 receptions (+100)
Sam Darnold OVER 220.5 passing yards (-115)
Kyler Murray anytime TD scorer (+275)
James Conner injury update
Conner suffered a season-ending foot injury against the 49ers in Week 3.
Head coach Jonathan Gannon confirmed that the injury would require surgery and sideline the running back for the remainder of the season. It was initially called an ankle injury for Conner, but Gannon confirmed that it was the running back’s foot. – Nick Brinkerhoff
Who are the ‘Thursday Night Football’ announcers for Amazon Prime Video?
Al Michaels (play-by-play) and Kirk Herbstreit (analyst) will be in the broadcast booth for Prime Video, with Kaylee Hartung (sideline) and Terry McAulay (rules analyst) providing additional coverage.
The Prime Video pregame, halftime and postgame shows feature Charissa Thompson as host, as well as former NFL players Ryan Fitzpatrick, Tony Gonzalez, Richard Sherman and Andrew Whitworth as analysts.
Taylor Rooks is the feature reporter for Prime Video’s ‘Thursday Night Football’ coverage.
2025 NFL MVP odds
1. Josh Allen, Buffalo Bills (+225)
2. Lamar Jackson, Baltimore Ravens (+300)
3. Justin Herbert, Los Angeles Chargers (+500)
4. Jordan Love, Green Bay Packers (+1500)
5. Jayden Daniels, Washington Commanders (+1600)
6. Jalen Hurts, Philadelphia Eagles (+1800)
7. Patrick Mahomes, Kansas City Chiefs (+1900)
8. Baker Mayfield, Tampa Bay Buccaneers (+2000)
9. Matthew Stafford, Los Angeles Rams (+2500)
10. Jared Goff, Detroit Lions (+3500)